Minor ailment prescribing has been within pharmacists’ scope since 2023. Who is still required to complete the Orientation for Minor Ailments Prescribing module? 

Part A pharmacists and interns who are assessing and prescribing for minor ailments for the first time must complete the module prior to engaging in this practice. Part A pharmacists and interns are no longer required to notify the College that they have completed the module (i.e., they are not required to make a declaration of completion). 

Since its introduction in 2023, prescribing for minor ailments is now considered part of routine pharmacy practice. It is included in entry-to-practice expectations, operational assessments and quality assurance assessments.